The Official Ebay Guide to Buying, Selling, and Collecting Just about Anything
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HAPPY HUNTING(TM) ON eBay
Aunt Fannie's cameo pin collection...the cartoon-character lunch boxes you had in third grade...that cast-iron doorstop you bought for $2 but is really worth $200....Whether you're a busy buyer, an avid seller, or just a fun-loving browser, you'll find countless collectibles like these on eBay, the world's largest person-to-person online trading community.
Now -- in this official primer from the popular Internet site that has revolutionized the collecting world -- the experts at eBay unlock the secrets of successful online buying and selling, for everyone from the enthusiastic beginner to the seasoned pro. Featuring an introduction by Pierre Omidyar, eBay's founder and chairman, and packed with tips and stories from "eBaysians" all over the country, The Official eBay(TM) Guide is the only authorized book that shows you how to
* BUY SMART -- unraveling the mystery of value, bidding to win, and learning how to spot the really good stuff
* BE A SAVVY SELLER -- from writing the perfect item listing to collecting payments from your happy customers
* LEARN FROM THE EXPERTS -- top eBaysians, Ambassadors, Power Sellers, and eBay employees lend advice and share secrets for success
* FIND THE GREAT STUFF -- how to work garage sales, flea markets, tag sales, estate sales, and even the other kind of auction
Packed with invaluable resources, information, and practical tips, The Official eBay(TM) Guide also features entertaining stories about the millions of people who make up the eBay community. It's your must-have companion for mastering the art of buying and selling an astounding range of collectibles and items, from the practical to the whimsical.
Aunt Fannie's cameo pin collection...the cartoon-character lunch boxes you had in third grade...that cast-iron doorstop you bought for $2 but is really worth $200....Whether you're a busy buyer, an avid seller, or just a fun-loving browser, you'll find countless collectibles like these on eBay, the world's largest person-to-person online trading community.
Now -- in this official primer from the popular Internet site that has revolutionized the collecting world -- the experts at eBay unlock the secrets of successful online buying and selling, for everyone from the enthusiastic beginner to the seasoned pro. Featuring an introduction by Pierre Omidyar, eBay's founder and chairman, and packed with tips and stories from "eBaysians" all over the country, The Official eBay(TM) Guide is the only authorized book that shows you how to
* BUY SMART -- unraveling the mystery of value, bidding to win, and learning how to spot the really good stuff
* BE A SAVVY SELLER -- from writing the perfect item listing to collecting payments from your happy customers
* LEARN FROM THE EXPERTS -- top eBaysians, Ambassadors, Power Sellers, and eBay employees lend advice and share secrets for success
* FIND THE GREAT STUFF -- how to work garage sales, flea markets, tag sales, estate sales, and even the other kind of auction
Packed with invaluable resources, information, and practical tips, The Official eBay(TM) Guide also features entertaining stories about the millions of people who make up the eBay community. It's your must-have companion for mastering the art of buying and selling an astounding range of collectibles and items, from the practical to the whimsical.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0684869543
ISBN13:9780684869544
Release Date:November 1999
Publisher:Touchstone Books
Length:320 Pages
Weight:1.05 lbs.
Dimensions:0.8" x 6.1" x 9.1"
Customer Reviews
4 ratings
Great for the beginning Ebayer
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
This book has tons of great information for the beginning Ebayer. It tells everything you need to know about getting started on Ebay. But, since I already had been familiar with Ebay for two years I didn't find it all that helpful. If you are new to Ebay then you do need this book. If I would have had it when I first started then it would have made things a lot smoother.
Everything you've ever wanted to know about eBay...
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
This informative book arrived after I had already gotten well ensconced in eBay world, but offers invaluable tips and information for all users. I read it from cover to cover because not only is it informative, it is entertaining and interesting as well. Provides many "gems". The thumbnail sketches of eBay pros and their wisdom is both interesting and quirky.
Comprehensive, funny and better than I imagined!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
Comprehensive, smart and better than I hoped for! I wasn't quite sure what an 'Official Guide to eBay' was actually going to cover. However, I was delighted by this smart book that also has a sense of humor. It of course has all the 'how to' stuff you'll ever need about eBay and covers lots of ebay's rules and online etiquette. It's also packed with great advice about being more sucessful in buying and selling and taking a more business like approach to ebay activities. The book has profiles of eBay collectors and sellers and little tidbits about ebay that made this much more than a point and click mannual; it's actually a fun read. A portion of the book is devoted to the whole crazy world of collecting and the world beyond ebay. I found this helpful and I can see how collectors or people trying to sell to collectors could benefit from this information. I learned a great deal. Now I know I am actually an ebaysian!
Accept no other book to learn everything about Ebay!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
This is the best book on Ebay because it taught me in a very simple and complete way how to find the things I want. So many books of this kind are complicated and frustrating --- but not this guide. The layout and information are completely accessible, and I enjoyed the author's knowledge and humorous approach.
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